Ace Center Instructor & Academic Coach (Part-time)

San Juan College; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

San Juan College seeks part-time Instructors and Academic Coaches for the Ace Center at the 30th St Education Center to support adult learners. Positions focus on foundational skills, ESOL, and college readiness with immersive neuroscience-informed methods.

Successful candidates will foster a trauma-informed classroom, provide emotional and academic support, and connect learners with resume-building and job placement resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience with traditional and online/hybrid courses.
• Ability to use San Juan College’s LMS (Canvas & Google Classroom).
• Access to home internet, a personal computer, and telephone.

Responsibilities

• Instruct adult education courses in reading, writing, science, social studies, math, and English development.
• Apply brain-based and trauma-informed teaching strategies to promote engagement and outcomes.
• Design courses aligned with neuroscience principles and cognitive load management.
• Support students with resume-building, interview techniques, and job placement guidance.
• Coordinate with local industries to tailor curricula to job demands.

Skills

Adult Education

Brain-based learning

Trauma-informed education

ESOL

Math foundations

Resume & interview guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Canvas

Google Classroom

Job description

Ace Center Instructor & Academic Coach (Part-time)### Ace Center Instructor & Academic Coach (Part-time)Apply: SJC 30th St Education Center: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR112312**Compensation:**$25.75 per hour, Up to 29 hours per week**Compensation Type:**Non-Exempt**Employment Type:**Temporary (Fixed Term)**Grade:**NE15**Position Summary**We are seeking multiple passionate and dedicated Part-Time Instructors and Academic Coaches to join our Adult Education team! These positions offer an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping adult learners achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Our program embraces innovative, student-centered teaching approaches, including brain-based learning strategies, high-impact instructional practices, workforce preparation, and trauma-informed education. Successful candidates will create engaging, supportive learning environments that build academic confidence, strengthen workforce readiness, and empower students to succeed.Opportunities are available in the following instructional areas: **Integrated Education & Training (IET):** Provide instruction in foundational academic skills, high school equivalency preparation, and workforce readiness while helping students earn industry-recognized credentials and transition into employment or higher education. **English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL**): Help adult learners strengthen English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills to build confidence and succeed in everyday life, education, and the workplace.College Prep/Bridge Math: Teach foundational math, pre-algebra, algebra, and college readiness skills to prepare students for college-level coursework, career training, and degree programs. **College Prep/Bridge Math:** Teach foundational math, pre-algebra, algebra, and college readiness skills to prepare students for college-level coursework, career training, and degree programs. MAJOR DUTIES* Instruct adult education courses in all academic areas such as reading, writing, science, social studies, math, and English language development.* Use teaching strategies that yield significant positive outcomes.* Integrate experiential learning and practical applications for a deep understanding.* Design courses in alignment with adult brain functionality, based on neuroscience principles.* Incorporate techniques that maximize memory, attention, and cognitive load management.* Recognize and respond to signs of trauma in adult learners, understanding its potential impact on learning.* Foster a safe and supportive classroom atmosphere, ensuring that students feel respected, acknowledged, and understood.* Implement teaching strategies and classroom management techniques that minimize potential triggers.* Provide resources or referrals for students in need of further emotional or psychological support.* Prepare lessons with neuroscience principles, workforce relevance, and trauma-informed considerations in mind.* Teach skills vital for the modern workforce, including both hard and soft skills.* Liaise with local industries to tailor curriculum according to job demands.* Guide students in resume building, interview techniques, and job placement.* Evaluate learners' educational needs, goals, and career aspirations.* Create learning plans that also consider each student's emotional and psychological well-being.* Deliver content across varied subjects, relating academic knowledge to real-world applications, while ensuring a trauma-aware classroom setting.* Provide targeted academic and emotional support to students.* Monitor and proactively support students, anticipating both academic and emotional challenges.* Monitor students' progress, offering feedback that's sensitive to their cognitive and emotional states.* Cultivate a trauma-informed classroom that upholds safety, respect, and inclusivity. * Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Knowledge and/or experience level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. * Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. * Experience with traditional face-to-face, hybrid and online courses and the ability to use San Juan College’s Learning Management System (Canvas & Google Classroom) as well as technology-enhanced curriculum. Access to home internet, a personal computer, and telephone is required.**EEO STATEMENT:** San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.### About UsSan Juan College serves as a regional leader in education and provides quality education to approximately 10,000 students seeking academic credit and non-credit programs through face-to-face and online classes each year. San Juan College is proud to serve a unique and culturally diverse population.Nestled in the northwest corner of New Mexico, Farmington is the hub of the Four Corners region and is home to the stunning main campus and four satellite centers of San Juan College. Farmington is located one hour south of Durango, Colorado, three hours northwest of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and three hours southeast of Moab, Utah. Along with the phenomenal weather, Farmington offers over 50 beautifully maintained city parks and thousands of acres of terrain, enough to satisfy any outdoor enthusiast. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, boating, skiing, off-roading and more, or spend time at any of our three rivers and four lakes. Farmington also boasts a superb variety of special cultural events, museums, galleries, and local theater group events year-round. Learn more about the Farmington area by clicking here.